1.05 Ct. Yellowish Orange Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Long before human hands learned to shape and admire the beauty of gemstones, deep within the ancient crust of Ceylon, forces of the earth were shaping something rare and enduring. Over millions of years, silica rich magmas and metamorphic pressures combined with just the right balance of trace elements gave birth to corundum crystals that would one day be called sapphires. This particular gem, a transparent 1.05 carat asscher octagon yellowish orange sapphire, began as a microscopic seed of aluminium oxide that slowly grew within a protected pocket of the earth. Heated by the planet and suffused with tiny amounts of iron and titanium in the surrounding rock, the stone developed its warm citrus hue and internal lattice, a structure that would hold color and light for ages. Through epochs of change and the patient work of geology, the crystal emerged from its host in Sri Lanka, a land whose soil and rivers have supplied the world with sapphires prized since antiquity, and it carries with it the quiet record of those deep time processes, a direct link to the long story of the earth.

When master cutters first held this stone under their loupe, they saw potential to translate that geologic history into a refined, wearable legacy. Cut in an asscher octagon shape with precise step facets and an elegant symmetry, the gem measures 5.11 by 4.84 by 4.12 millimeters, dimensions that balance presence with poise. The asscher cut, with its concentric squares and mirrored steps, encourages a luminous play of light that draws the eye inward to the heart of the stone, revealing a deep and intense color intensity that reads as a golden honey with orange undertones. Evaluated at eye level, the sapphire is very very slightly included, a clarity grade that affirms its transparency while keeping authentic mineral character intact. Its polish is excellent, each facet smoothed to catch and return light with a glass like clarity. To respect the gem and enhance its innate color, the stone has been gently heat treated, a long established and accepted practice that refines tone and saturation while maintaining the natural origin and integrity of the crystal. This balance of natural formation, careful treatment, and precision cutting results in a gem that feels both ancient and freshly realized.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor the lineage of stones such as this one, and we present them not merely as objects of beauty, but as carriers of history and meaning. Imagine this asscher octagon yellowish orange sapphire set in a timeless ring or pendant, suspended close to the skin where its warm glow will recall dawn over the Indian Ocean and the tropical light of its Ceylon homeland. Worn, it will catch the light in a refined choreography, each step facet telling a fragment of the earths story, each angle revealing a layer of color that has been shaped by pressure, heat, and time. Its one point zero five carat weight makes it an approachable yet substantial presence, perfect for someone who values classic design blended with rare character. For those who collect with an eye for provenance, the sapphires of Sri Lanka offer a narrative that stretches back centuries, a continuity of craft and commerce that is part of the gem itself. If you would like to know how this stone might appear in a custom setting, or to learn more about its history and specifications, our team at The Natural Sapphire Company is ready to assist you with detailed images, mountings, and advice on how to preserve the enduring value of your investment.